Former Lions draft bust gets surprise second shot with Chiefs

The Chiefs are slowly putting together their practice squad after roster cuts were due on Tuesday.

Detroit Lions v Carolina Panthers | Kevin Sabitus/GettyImages The Kansas City Chiefs weren't able to successfully execute any waiver claims after NFL roster cuts were due. That wasn't any great surprise considering they sat No. 31 overall in the waiver wire order. However, some new faces are joining the team's practice squad.

One new arrival is former Detroit Lions defensive tackle Brodric Martin. The Chiefs signed Martin to their practice squad on Wednesday.

NFL rules allow for up to 16 players on a practice squad (and a 17th player is an option for teams who utilize the exemption via the…